Skora Running are releasing some fantastic new minimalist running shoes this year. Having seem them a while back in 2012, they were brought to wider attention at the recent Outdoor Retailer show.

Welcome Skora Phase and Shora Core

The Phase-X made Gear Junkie’s Best in Show list and was regarded by RunningShoes.com as ‘Best Shoe in Show’. Impressive.

The two shoes have an outsole constructed out of IBR (injected Blown Rubber), which is lighter and more flexible than regular rubber. The cushioning from IBR also means that an EVA midsole is not required. Although IBR is less resistant to wear, Skora have strategically placed rubber on the outsole to reduce the effects of wear.

Skora Phase

7.2oz Men’s / 5.8oz Women’s

minimal, single-layer mesh upper

asymmetric lacing system

unique unibody IBR outsole

Zero-drop, 8mm forefoot/heel stack height

$110 MSRP (£69.99)

The Magnificent Skora Phase

Skora Core

8.1oz Men’s / 6.7oz Women’s

perforated Pittards® Armor-Tan® Goatskin leather upper

combination lining with WR100X® leather and antibacterial Agion mesh

asymmetric lacing system

unibody IBR outsole

Zero-drop, 8mm forefoot/heel stack height

$155 MSRP (£99.99)

The Wonderful Skora Core in grey

“Rapid”. The Core in white / blue

When Can We Expect to See Them?

These shoes are yet to be released in the US, but rumour has it that they should hit the shelves in March. Having spoken with Skora recently, they are adamant that they will have a UK distributor wrapped up within a matter of weeks. Whether this means the UK will have access to the full range or just the Base and Form shoes, it remains to be seen.

Regardless, I am 100% sure Skora will make a massive impact over here in the UK!

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